Camp Counselor -Up to $575/weekend!
About The Position
The St. Louis Arc is hiring a seasonal R&R Camp Counselor/Activity Specialist to help campers ages 13 and older with developmental disabilities build positive experiences through recreational activities such as arts and crafts, karaoke, and hiking. Camp is held in Dittmer, Missouri, with an overnight stay in cabins from 6 p.m. Friday through 5 p.m. Sunday. Meals and snacks are provided. New counselors receive a $500 weekend stipend; returning counselors may earn up to $575 per weekend. Counselors build rapport with campers and provide one-to-one or one-to-two support as campers take part in activities aligned with their interests and goals. The role also involves assisting with personal care and daily living skills, including showering, toileting, changing undergarments, eating, transferring, and communication. CPR/FA certification is provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have one or more years of professional or personal experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Have reliable transportation to and from camp.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Be able to problem-solve and make informed decisions independently, especially during emergencies.
Nice To Haves
- Some college coursework in special education, social work, occupational or recreation therapy, health, or human services is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Develop rapport with campers and support them in recreational activities based on their interests and goals.
- Provide one-to-one or one-to-two support to campers with developmental disabilities.
- Assist campers with personal care and daily living skills, including showering, toileting, changing undergarments, eating, transferring, and communication.
- Problem-solve and make informed decisions independently, especially during emergencies.
Benefits
- Meals and snacks provided during camp.
- CPR/FA certification provided at no cost.
- Opportunities to learn and grow.
- New counselors receive a $500 weekend stipend; returning counselors may earn up to $575 per weekend.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
